Legal Administrative Assistant

Michael Page; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support a Partner and corporate attorneys in their Redwood City office. The role requires extensive administrative experience in a large law firm, with calendar management, expense reporting, and document preparation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a legal setting, can work on a hybrid basis (4 days in office), and demonstrates strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a legal setting, ideally Big Law.
• Experience supporting Partners in a Corporate practice area.
• Hybrid in-office requirement (4 days per week).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals.
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, travel arrangements.
• Maintain and organize legal files with confidentiality.
• Assist in preparing materials for court filings and client presentations.
• Handle calls, emails, and correspondence professionally.
• Track and process billing and expense reports accurately.
• Collaborate to ensure seamless office operations and client satisfaction.

Skills

Organization

Multitasking

Communication

MS Office

Legal software

Confidentiality

Tools

Legal software

Job description

This top firm is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide high-quality support to a Partner and attorneys in the Corporate practice division in their Redwood City office. The ideal candidate has extensive administrative experience within a large lawfirm's Corporate area, supporting Partners with calendar management, expense reports, and other tasks.

This global law firm is consistently top ranked across many practice groups, and is known for their collaborative culture, dedication to implementing top technology, and continuous upskilling of their employees.

Description

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals.
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence with accuracy.
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings and travel arrangements.
• Maintain and organize legal files, ensuring confidentiality and accessibility.
• Assist in preparing materials for court filings and client presentations.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence with professionalism.
• Track and process billing and expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure seamless office operations and client satisfaction.

Profile

A successful Legal Administrative Assistant should have:

• 5+ years of experience in a legal setting, ideally Big Law
• Strong experience supporting Partners in a Corporate practice area.
• Ability to be in office on a hybrid basis (4 days in office).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• A team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is preferred.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $135,000 USD annually based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
• Opportunities to work within a respected global law firm with top resources.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Access to professional development and career growth opportunities.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.